Proton Mpi Hatchback 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    £250 second hand with 1yrs MOT, amazingly cheap runabout

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not sure yet, haven't had to fix anything

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Light PAS steering, minimal engine/ wind noise at speed, quite nippy.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    It's no sports car, but better than some 1.4's

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lights are playing up a little, otherwise fine so far.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    It mings badly! Get over that and you are laughing though

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Seats generally supportive, 4+ hour long journeys not great, harsh in the back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Not a joy riders dream, but theft may be an issue.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Don't know, never been.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Mitsubishi Magma, quiet, idles well, nippy

    Other

    Dodgy connection with headlight

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes